How to Fold Down the Rear Seats in Hyundai Elantra?
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Currently, only the flagship version of the Elantra supports folding down the rear seats. Here’s how to do it: 1. The rear seats in the flagship version can be folded down in a 60/40 split. Before folding, lower the headrests to their lowest position. 2. Pull the seatback folding lever located near the trunk hinges, then fold the seatbacks forward toward the front of the car. 3. Additional Info: Folding down the rear seats can expand trunk space, which is useful for occasionally transporting longer items. However, for sedans, the need to fold the rear seats isn’t particularly frequent, which is why this feature is only available in the flagship version of the Elantra.
As a long-time owner of the Hyundai Elantra, I'm accustomed to folding down the rear seats to load ski equipment or moving supplies. The operation is quite intuitive: First, locate the small, inconspicuous fabric or plastic pull tab hidden in the seam at the top of the rear seatback. Give it a firm upward tug, and you'll hear a click indicating it's unlocked. Then gently push the seatback forward to fold it down to a horizontal position. The Elantra typically features a 60/40 split design, meaning you can fold down either the left or right side independently. This allows you to carry large items while still seating a passenger in the other half of the rear. When folded, the trunk space instantly more than doubles, offering excellent practicality. I recommend performing this operation in a parking lot and ensuring the cabin is clear of loose items to prevent anything from getting stuck or damaging the seat cushions during the folding process. Regularly checking the pull tabs for wear can help extend their lifespan.
